The National Centre of Excellence in Desalination Australia is proud to present its first operator training course, to be held at its world class facility in Rockingham, 2 – 4 October 2012. This training is ideal for anyone requiring a thorough practical understanding of the basic principles of Reverse Osmosis (RO) desalination.
This course is essential for water treatment professionals as it will:
- Improve knowledge and proficiency
- Assist with training employees
- Assist in solving challenging problems
Who should attend?
- RO operations and maintenance personnel
- Staff involved with the procurement of membrane water treatment plants
- People involved in policy and planning of desalination facilities
- Research staff and academics involved in desalination projects
When?
Tuesday 2 to Thursday 4 October, 2012
8:30am—5:00pm
Where?
The National Centre of Excellence in Desalination Australia
Murdoch University Rockingham Campus
Dixon Road
Rockingham WA 6168
On this page:
- Partnership
- Modules
- Program
- David H. Paul Accredited Trainer
- NCEDA Staff
- Venue
- Accommodation
- Travel
- Register now!
- Questions?
Partnership
The NCEDA is partnering with Osmoflo to provide the world renowned David H. Paul Inc. (DHP) training. This advanced membrane water treatment training is now available in Australia, referring specifically to Australian water challenges. The training is provided at NCEDA’s world class Rockingham Desalination Research Facility where participants can have direct ‘hands on’ experience with a live RO desalination plant, as well as the ability to view research in progress. Small class sizes are facilitated by Paul Roginson, a David H. Paul accredited trainer from Osmoflo, who has over 20 years experience in the industry. NCEDA and Osmoflo staff will be on-hand to answer any challenging desalination questions.
Modules
The course consists of five modules each of one day in length. The first three modules are being offered from Tuesday 2 to Thursday 4 October, 2012. Modules 4 and 5 will be offered in 2013. Course modules cover operation, maintenance, monitoring and troubleshooting for seawater (SW) and brackish water (BW) reverse osmosis systems including content on water analysis, biofouling, micro-filtration and membrane bio-reactors.
Download the RODAO Training Brochure (2.1MB, PDF) for an outline of what is covered in each of the 5 modules.
Program
Download the RODAO Training Daily Program (1.2 MB PDF) to see detail of what is covered in each session. The training program may change due to circumstances outside the control of the NCEDA and/or to meet particular needs of participants when identified.
Download the RODAO Training Brochure (2.1MB, PDF) for all the information on this RO Design and Operation Training.
David H. Paul Accredited Trainer
Paul Roginson
Osmoflo
Paul has 25 years’ experience in design, construction and operation of water and wastewater treatment plants, specifically resin based and membrane based systems. He is currently working out of Osmoflo’s Brisbane office as their Technical Trainer. During his 12 years with Osmoflo Paul has worked as a technical sales executive, project manager, commissioning engineer and service technician. Before Osmoflo Paul worked for A1 Filtration Sales and Service Pty Ltd, Salcon Australasia Pty Ltd and Australian Paper Manufacturers. Paul has experience across Australia which he adds to his international experience in Burma, Malaysia and Papua New Guinea. Paul has been trained by David H. Paul to present this world renowned course material and returns to the United States regularly to maintain his certification.
NCEDA Staff
Mike Blackwood
NCEDA Facility Manager
Mike has 30 years experience in the water industry as an electrical fitter, plant operator, and process controller at SA Water, United Water, then United Utilities. His role prior to joining NCEDA was R&D Manager at Water Data Services in Adelaide where he supervised remote installations of water data collection systems.
Mike can be contacted:
- Direct: (08) 9360 7178
- Mobile: 0457 255 051
- Email: m.blackwood@desalination.edu.au
George Horvath
Technical Consultant
George is a mechanical fitter and was formerly a project manager at Osmoflo in South Australia. He has broad experience in design, manufacturing, commissioning, and operation of remote reverse osmosis plants across Australia.
George can be contacted:
- Direct: (08) 9360 7172
- Mobile: 0433 997 723
- Email: g.horvath@desalination.edu.au
Venue
The venue for this training is the NCEDA’s Rockingham Desalination Research Facility, located on the Murdoch University Rockingham Campus, Dixon Rd, Rockingham WA 6168. Follow these links to see more information on:
Accommodation
Information on accommodation options in Rockingham, Perth CBD and Fremantle can be found in the NCEDA Accommodation Guide.
Short stay accommodation is at a premium throughout Perth, we recommend making a reservation early!
We have a hold reservation with the Esplanade in Fremantle until early September, please contact us (08 9360 7171) to find out how to secure one of these rooms.
Travel
Information on getting to the NCEDA in Rockingham, from either the Perth CBD or Fremantle, is contained in our NCEDA Travel Guide.
As part of the training package the NCEDA will arrange bus transfers between the Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle and the Rockingham Train Station. More information will be supplied to registered attendees.
Register now!
Places are limited. Registration is $2,750 (incl. GST) for the full three-day training course. A 20% discount is offered for every registrant, after the first, from any one organisation. Register and pay online with a credit card. Your ticket is your tax invoice.
Questions
Contact training@desalination.edu.au with any questions about this training, or call the NCEDA on (08) 9360 7171.
